Orange County DUI & Criminal Defense Lawyers

The judicial environment in Orange County is notoriously rigorous, ranging from the high-volume dockets at the Central Justice Center in Santa Ana to the distinct proceedings at the Harbor Justice Center in Newport Beach. Prosecutors in the OC are relentless, and the courts are known for strict sentencing. When your freedom is on the line in this jurisdiction, you need a defense attorney who is deeply familiar with the local legal culture, the presiding judges, and the tactics used by the Orange County District Attorney’s office.

Orange County criminal defense lawyer Evan Vargas provides tenacious, strategic defense designed to meet the specific challenges of your case. Whether you have been arrested for a DUI in Huntington Beach or are facing felony assault charges in Fullerton, he works tirelessly to protect your rights and secure the most favorable outcome possible.

Book a Free Consultation with Evan Vargas for Urgent Legal Guidance Built on 20 Years in the Orange County Courts 

Our Criminal Defense Services in Orange County 

We provide dedicated legal defense for a misdemeanor and felony cases across Orange County, including:

• DUI: Comprehensive defense for driving under the influence charges, including felony DUI, commercial driver DUI, and drug-related impairment.
• Domestic Violence: Strategic protection against allegations of corporal injury to a spouse, domestic battery, and criminal threats.
• Drug Crimes: Handling complex cases involving possession for sale, transportation, manufacturing, and distribution of controlled substances.
• Sex Crimes: Discreet and aggressive defense for sensitive matters, protecting your reputation against serious allegations.
• Assault & Violent Crimes: Defending your liberty against charges of simple assault, battery, assault with a deadly weapon, and attempted homicide.
• Weapons Charges: Protecting your Second Amendment rights against charges of carrying a concealed weapon, felon in possession, and brandishing.
• Fraud & White Collar Crimes: Skilled representation for financial offenses, including credit card fraud, embezzlement, and insurance fraud.
• Bail Hearings: Advocacy at arraignments to secure reasonable bail or Own Recognizance (OR) release to get you home to your family.
• Restraining Orders: Representing individuals in civil and criminal hearings to contest protective orders that affect your daily life.
• Expungements: Assisting clients in clearing past convictions to remove barriers to employment, professional licensing, and housing.

Representation in Criminal Courts Throughout Orange County 

Criminal proceedings in Orange County are divided among four specific Justice Centers based on the location of the arrest. Evan Vargas has extensive experience navigating the procedures at all major courthouses in the county:

Central Justice Center (Santa Ana)

• Address: 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701
• Matters Heard: Felonies and misdemeanors for Santa Ana, Tustin, Orange, and Villa Park.

Harbor Justice Center (Newport Beach)

• Address: 4601 Jamboree Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660
• Matters Heard: Criminal cases for coastal cities including Newport Beach, Irvine, Laguna Beach, and Huntington Beach.

North Justice Center (Fullerton)

• Address: 1275 North Berkeley Avenue, Fullerton, CA 92832
• Matters Heard: Criminal matters for the northern region, including Anaheim, Fullerton, Brea, Yorba Linda, Buena Park, and Cypress.

West Justice Center (Westminster)

• Address: 8141 13th Street, Westminster, CA 92683
• Matters Heard: Criminal cases for Westminster, Garden Grove, Costa Mesa, and Cypress.

The fight for your future begins now. Book a free consultation with criminal defense attorney Evan Vargas for local Orange County court experience backed by 20 years of winning complex cases.